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Having IPL Treatments While on Bactrim DS and Retin-A?

Can I have IPL treatments while on Bactrim DS and Retin-A? I just started these meds a week ago and I am going in for my first IPL in a few days.

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1 Doctor Answer | Asked by sarahjeandesign in michigan

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Wait a few more Days

I do not think the Retin A will be a problem at all. In fact chances are it will enhance the effect of the IPL. Bacrim, on the other hand could possibly be a problem. The odds are slim, but I am assuming you are on Bactrim DS for a ten day course. If so, I can not see the harm in postponing the IPL treatment for 3-4 more days. Bactrim has the potential for photoallergy. What this means, like drug allergies in general, only a few people will have a problem with it. This is unlike a... more

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

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